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In 2021 the Legal 500 said ‘The Tees dispute resolution team works very quickly and efficiently, with zeal and true professionalism. The members of the team are friendly and extremely personable. They work well together and can be contacted easily. Their depth of knowledge is exceptional and this knowledge is used cleverly with individual clients’ needs always at the forefront.‘
Our specialist lawyers are based in:
But we can help you wherever you are in England and Wales.
Senior Associate, Dispute Resolution and Litigation
Bishop's Stortford office
Consultant, Dispute Resolution and Litigation
Chelmsford office
Executive Partner, Dispute Resolution and Litigation
Bishop's Stortford office
Associate, Dispute Resolution and Litigation
Brentwood office
Legal 500 UK 2025
South East
Very in-depth knowledge and much depth to the team. The advice is always on point, with due consideration given to cost-benefit analysis.
Legal 500 UK 2025
East Anglia - Cambridge
Quick to react, attention to detail and extensive knowledge of relevant case law and professional practice.
Legal 500 UK 2024
'Sara Stabler is a remarkably thorough and careful solicitor, but also very pragmatic and down to earth'
Legal 500 UK 2024
'The contentious probate team has thoroughly impressed me with their careful and measured approach to probate litigation – they really grasp cases with clarity, keen insight and tactical/strategic awareness, as well as a healthy dose of professional realism'
Legal 500 UK 2023
'Tees is an excellent practice – their litigation team is incredibly professional and exceedingly competent'
Common reasons to challenge or contest a will include:
People who may be able to claim against an estate under the Inheritance Act 1975 include:
How can I make an Inheritance Act 1975 claim?
You might be able to make a claim through the Inheritance Act 1975 if:
If you are the spouse or civil partner, you are entitled to such financial provision as is reasonable in all circumstances. For anyone else wanting to bring a claim, it is a case of such reasonable financial provision as is necessary for their maintenance, and within the constraints of what the estate can provide. What constitutes ‘reasonable’ provision is very much dependent on the facts and circumstances in question. It would therefore be sensible to obtain legal advice first if you are thinking of bringing a claim.
A probate caveat is a means to stop a probate application, for example if there is a dispute about the will or the persons applying for probate. In order to enter a caveat, it is necessary to make an application to the Probate Registry.
A Will is intended as the deceased person’s last expression of their wishes in respect of their estate. Usually a Will should remain as it was when the deceased approved and signed it. A Will can only be varied with the agreement of all the beneficiaries of the estate (effected by Deed of Variation).
Dispute resolution and litigation
Dispute resolution and litigation
Dispute resolution and litigation
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